Museum of Pilgrimage
The Museum of Pilgrimage in Santiago de Compostela offers a thoughtful exploration of the traditions, symbolism, and cultural impact of the Camino de Santiago. Located near the historic centre, it traces the evolution of pilgrimage from its medieval origins to its modern revival, showing how faith, travel, and personal transformation have shaped the journey for centuries. Its exhibitions combine historical artefacts, maps, sculptures, and multimedia displays that reveal the daily realities of pilgrims, the development of routes across Europe, and the artistic legacy inspired by the shrine of Saint James. The museum also highlights the social and economic influence of pilgrimage on Santiago and the wider region, offering a broader understanding of its enduring significance. With its clear narrative and engaging presentation, the Museum of Pilgrimage provides an enriching context for anyone arriving in the city, deepening the experience of the Camino and its place in European cultural history.
Santiago de Compostela SpainThe Museum of Pilgrimage and Santiago (Museo das Peregrinacións e de Santiago) is located on Praza das Praterías in the heart of Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain, just a few steps from the western façade of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. It occupies the former Banco de España building on this historic square and sits within easy walking distance of the Plaza del Obradoiro, the Hostal dos Reis Católicos, the Cathedral Museum, the Monasterio de San Martín Pinario, and the main streets of the old town, making it a central stop for pilgrims and visitors exploring the city’s Camino heritage.
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